How many health inspections has BERLINS DOENER had?

BERLINS DOENER has had 26 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has BERLINS DOENER ever been shut down?

Yes, BERLINS DOENER has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at BERLINS DOENER?

The most frequently cited violations at BERLINS DOENER are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health policy.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

What does Florida violation V24 (Toxic substance control) mean?

TOXIC EXPOSURE: Improper identification, storage, or use of toxic substances creates immediate risk of chemical contamination. Unmarked spray bottles cause accidental food contamination. Improper pesticide application contaminates food preparation surfaces. Chemical fumes in food areas are absorbed by uncovered food. Employee exposure risks chemical burns and respiratory injury. All toxic substances must be: clearly and accurately labeled, stored in designated areas away from food, used only according to manufacturer instructions, applied only by certified personnel (pesticides). Never transfer chemicals to unlabeled containers. Keep chemicals in locked storage when not in active use. Maintain chemical inventory and SDS files.

BERLINS DOENER

4195 34 ST S, St Petersburg, FL 33711

Pinellas County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: ROMARD LLC · License: SEA6216296

BERLINS DOENER in St Petersburg, FL has 26 inspections on record with 135 total violations (5.2 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

26Inspections

135Violations

1Closures

Data current as of April 11, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for BERLINS DOENER
Date	Reason	Reopened
Oct 24, 2023	Fly activity	09:20:00

Inspection History (26)

Apr 11, 2025 — Routine - Food· 4 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Apr 1, 2025 — Routine - Food· 7 violations (1 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Oct 23, 2024 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Sep 23, 2024 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Jan 3, 2024 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V13 Parasite destruction

V14 Food contact surfaces

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Nov 6, 2023 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 25, 2023 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Emergency Order Callback Time Extension

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Oct 24, 2023 — Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Emergency order recommended

High Priority Violations

V16 Proper cooking temps

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Mar 8, 2023 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

Sep 7, 2022 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V40 Wiping cloths usage

Feb 24, 2022 — Routine - Food· 8 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Oct 6, 2021 — Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Oct 5, 2021 — Routine - Food· 1 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Oct 4, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Oct 1, 2021 — Routine - Food· 2 violations (1 high priority)· Call Back - Admin. complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V35 Single-use items

Sep 30, 2021 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (1 high priority)· Administrative complaint recommended

High Priority Violations

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V13 Parasite destruction

V21 Time as control

V22 Consumer advisory

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

V42 Equipment condition

Apr 15, 2021 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V25 Allergen awareness

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V41 Toilet facilities

Dec 7, 2020 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

Feb 12, 2020 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

Oct 10, 2019 — Routine - Food· 6 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V14 Food contact surfaces

Jun 26, 2019 — Routine - Food· 2 violations · Call Back - Complied

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V24 Toxic substance control

Jun 21, 2019 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued

High Priority Violations

V01 Management awareness

V02 Employee health policy

V03 Employee health reporting

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V12 Shell stock requirements

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

Dec 28, 2018 — Routine - Food· 11 violations (4 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V02 Employee health policy

V08 Proper hand/arm washing

V16 Proper cooking temps

V24 Toxic substance control

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V40 Wiping cloths usage

V41 Toilet facilities

Feb 7, 2018 — Food-Licensing Inspection· 0 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

No violations recorded for this inspection.

Feb 1, 2017 — Routine - Food· 10 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V22 Consumer advisory

V27 Correct procedures

Intermediate Violations

V29 Proper sewage disposal

V31 Clean multi-use utensils

V32 Proper sanitizing

V33 Proper cooling equipment

V35 Single-use items

V36 Proper ventilation

Basic Violations

V51 Premises clean

Jul 19, 2016 — Routine - Food· 10 violations (2 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

High Priority Violations

V12 Shell stock requirements

V14 Food contact surfaces

V22 Consumer advisory

V23 Chemical properly stored

Intermediate Violations

V33 Proper cooling equipment

Basic Violations

V53 Outer openings protected

How Does This Facility Compare?

BERLINS DOENER has had 1 emergency closures, compared to the Pinellas County average of 0.27 closures per facility. It has averaged 5.2 violations per inspection vs. the county average of 4.56.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many health inspections has BERLINS DOENER had?: BERLINS DOENER has had 26 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.
Has BERLINS DOENER ever been shut down?: Yes, BERLINS DOENER has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.
What are the most common violations at BERLINS DOENER?: The most frequently cited violations at BERLINS DOENER are: Consumer advisory, Proper hand/arm washing, Employee health policy.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

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